Use the library

Borrowing rules

Library card/PIN code

You will need a library card to borrow books or use a computer from the
library. If you are new to the library, you can get a card for free by
registering as a new patron and then showing your
ID at the main desk on Level 2. Each card is supplied with a PIN that makes it
possible to use the self-issue machine and to log on to our website to make
renewals and reservations and to book computers. You choose a four-digit PIN
when you register for a library card.

Main collection books

There are no fees for borrowing books and other media (exception: movies and
games), but your library card is a valuable document that should be protected.
Since the holder is responsible for all material borrowed on the card, a lost
card should be reported immediately for cancellation.

Loan periods

The normal loan period is four weeks. Some material, however, can only be
borrowed for a shorter time, such as course books, periodicals, CDs and
recreational films. If there are one or more other requests to borrow a
particular book, the loan period is automatically shortened to two weeks. See
list below for details.

Reservations

There is no fee for reserving the library’s own material. With your library
card and PIN, you can
log on to
our system and reserve material from the library catalog yourself and see
what books you have on loan.

Returning books

Books may be returned during the library’s opening hours. When the library is
closed, you can use our drop slot which is located on Kaserngatan, back of the
library. It is also possible to return books at other libraries in Gotland.

Loss of right to borrow from the library

Library visitors/users who in some way seriously abuse their borrowing rights
or infringe against library regulations may be barred from future use by the
head of library or library unit for up to 3 months. The decision may be appealed
to the town’s Committee for Cultural and Recreational Activities (Kultur- och
fritidsnämnden).

Terms of Confidentiality

In accordance with Ch. 9, Sect. 22, of the Swedish Secrecy Act (SFS 1980:100,
SFS 1989:713), no information about people’s loans, reservations or other kinds
of bookings will be made available.